When should I plant Retiisi in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Retiisi outdoors around Mar 1. Expect first harvest around Mar 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Retiisi in Zone 8a?

Yes. Retiisi needs 25 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 12 successions.

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🥔 Growing Retiisi in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Retiisi. Viimeinen halla: Apr 5. Ensimmäinen halla: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 1Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 päivää) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 12x)

Vyöhyke8a

Viimeinen hallaApr 5

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 28

Kausi206 päivää

Sato25 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Retiisi in Zone 8a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 1

Direct sow Retiisi seeds outdoors around Mar 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 16/m² (8cm välein).

Harvest: Mar 26

First harvest approximately Mar 26 (~25 päivää from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

Fall Planting: Sep 23

For a fall harvest, plant Retiisi around Sep 23 (5 weeks before first frost).

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